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This section of Torque News provides the latest auto news and updates from the car manufacturers. Every day number of news stories and editorials are published here that give our readers an overview of what is happening in the automotive industry. Read this section daily to find out about new cars, vehicle reviews and car pictures. Torque News is an automotive news website by Hareyan Publishing, LLC, dedicated to covering the latest news, reviews and opinions about the car industry.

By Marc Stern Aug 29 2017 - 6:28pm

VW Recalls 281,000 2006-16 Passats, CCs To Repair Faulty Fuel Pump

Volkswagen has recalled 281,000 2006-16 Passat, Passat Wagon and CC models to repair faulty fuel pumps. The problem can result in stalls, potentially leaving occupants exposed to accidents and injuries.

By Marc Stern Aug 29 2017 - 5:56pm

Porsche Cooks Up Carbon Fiber Wheels For Top 911 Turbo S

With a top-end of 205 mph and 0 to 60 time of 2.8 seconds, the Porsche 911 Turbo S needs top wheels to handle the stress of speeding through turns and corners. To handle this chore, the automaker is manufacturing special carbon fiber wheels.

By Armen Hareyan G+ Aug 29 2017 - 5:06pm

Finnish taxi driver drove Tesla Model S 250K miles without breakages

Finnish taxi driver Ari Nyussosest drove his Tesla Model S 250 thousand miles without any technical problems with the electric car, reports Helsingin Sanomat.

By Patrick Rall G+ Aug 29 2017 - 1:50pm

2018 Chevrolet Camaro Gets Some Minor Pricing Increases

The configurator tool for the 2018 Chevrolet Camaro has gone live on Chevrolet.com, meaning that we now have a look at the full pricing breakdown for the new model year – with only slight price increases across the lineup.

By Buzz Smith Aug 29 2017 - 1:16pm

Chevy Volt and Chevy Bolts, don’t fail me now!

It’s that time of year again. National Drive Electric Week is coming up (September 9-17). Around the nation, the EV and hybrid curious will meet with owners at events. Last year, we even gave away a weekend with a Chevy Volt! Where are you attending?

By John Goreham G+ Aug 29 2017 - 1:00pm

AAA Study Has Bad News For Electric Vehicle Affordability

Electric vehicles have a daunting cost of ownership. AAA explains why.

By Patrick Rall G+ Aug 29 2017 - 11:46am

Select 2017 Dodge Hellcat Cars Recalled for Oil Leak Risks

FCA has announced a recall for select 2017 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat and Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat models over a concern that one of the oil cooler lines could fail, possibly leading to a serious oil leak and – in the worst case scenario – engine failure.

2018 Subaru Forester, Forester XT, Sunraysia Safari Rally

By Denis Flierl G+ Aug 29 2017 - 11:43am

What Subaru Forester XT Sunraysia Safari Rally Near-Win Tells Off-Roaders

Subaru’s sporty version of their SUV, the Forester XT, took on the grueling Australian terrain and almost won. What does it tell serious off-roaders?

Tesla Model 3 maintenance may cost more than gasoline cars.

By John Goreham G+ Aug 29 2017 - 10:55am

Tesla Model 3 Maintenance Costs May Be Higher Than ICE Cars

We all know that EVs should be cheaper than ICE cars to maintain, but will the Tesla Model 3 be less expensive to maintain?

2018 Subaru Crosstrek, Crosstrek hybrid, New Subaru 3-Row Crossover

By Denis Flierl G+ Aug 29 2017 - 9:58am

Why Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid Was Axed; What’s Coming Next For Consumers

Why did Subaru axe the Crosstrek Hybrid and what’s coming next for their green technology?

By Marc Stern Aug 29 2017 - 9:55am

VW e-Golf Offers Buyers More For Their Money

Volkswagen, which not long ago produced its 150 millionth vehicle, unveiled its pricing for the e-Golf series of electrics. The e-Golf is the automaker's current major electric offering.

By Mary Conway Aug 28 2017 - 6:23pm

The best way to use traction control if you are on icy roads with your 2017 Ram 1500

With the winter season quickly approaching, a truck owner asks how he should use the traction control on his 2017 Ram 1500.

By John Goreham G+ Aug 28 2017 - 6:19pm

3 Surprises For Tesla Model 3 Buyers Sick of Dealership Hassles

Tesla's cars are amazing, but one big part of the allure of owning a Tesla is not having all those hassles with car dealers. Here are three surprises for new Tesla owners.

By Patrick Rall G+ Aug 28 2017 - 3:47pm

Something is Roaring Today at GM's Milford Proving Grounds

Anyone within a few mile radius of General Motors’ Milford Proving Grounds this morning likely heard the sweet roar of a high performance engine which could be the next generation Corvette ZR1 or the long-rumored mid-engine Corvette making repeated high speed runs on the secluded test track.

By Parks McCants G+ Aug 28 2017 - 3:41pm

Honda CR-V tops ‘2017 Best New Cars for Teens’ with segment leading active safety features

Nineteen, 16 year old teenage drivers die daily from traffic accident related injury in the United States. When optioned with "Honda Sensing," the makers intelligent suite of safety and driver assist technology, 2017 Honda CR-V earns US News and World Reports “Best New Car for Teens” award. What makes CR-V exceptional in a sea of very good compact crossovers?

By Parks McCants G+ Aug 28 2017 - 1:08pm

2018 XC60 T8 most powerful 2-row SUV in Volvo history

Producing 400 horsepower and 472 ft-lb torque, Volvo’s reinvented 2018 XC60 T8, brings a spirited drive dynamic rivaling many sport sedans; yet affords the ride height and utility demanded by today’s discerning crossover, SUV buyer. The icing on the cake? It’s electrified.

By Patrick Rall G+ Aug 28 2017 - 12:38pm

Dodge Viper ACR is Back at the Nurburgring

Since late last week, the Dodge Viper ACR teams attempting to set the Nurburgring production road car lap time record has been hard at work at the famous German road course, but so far, the team has only been able to equal their previous record of 7:03.

By John Goreham G+ Aug 28 2017 - 12:34pm

Diesel Advantages? Chevy Equinox Diesel vs. Honda CR-V Gasoline

Diesel advocates list many factors in trying to justify America's dirtiest liquid fuel. Among them, towing, performance, efficiency, and cost. However, a quick look at the facts reveals that modern mainstream diesel-powered crossovers cannot match modern gasoline-powered crossovers.

2018 Subaru Forester, off-road vehicles, best mid-size SUV

By Denis Flierl G+ Aug 28 2017 - 12:04pm

18 Reasons Why Subaru Forester Is “SUV Of The Year” In Russia [Video]

There’s 18 reasons why the new 2018 Subaru Forester is Russia’s “SUV of the Year”. This video says it all.

2017 Nissan Rogue Sport, Nissan Rogue, Star Wars, Rogue One: A Star Wars Story

By Denis Flierl G+ Aug 28 2017 - 10:17am

How New Nissan Rogue Keeps Scoring Big With Millennials

How does the new Nissan Rogue keep scoring big with millennials? It’s the hottest crossover in America.

By Armen Hareyan G+ Aug 28 2017 - 9:55am

3 Questions After Musk Shows Model S in Tesla's Tunnel

Sunday evening Tesla CEO Elon Musk shared an image of Tesla Model S in the company tunnel being dug under Los Angeles, starting in Hawthorne, CA. It immediately raised 3 questions among those who follow Tesla and hope to use the hyperloop one day soon. Watch the video inside too.

Subaru WRX STI, 2011 Subaru WRX STI, Convertible WRX STI

By Denis Flierl G+ Aug 28 2017 - 8:14am

Subaru WRX STI Convertible Surfaces At NH Dealer

Check out this Subaru WRX STI Convertible. It’s real and it’s at a dealer in New Hampshire.

By Marc Stern Aug 28 2017 - 12:40am

From Dieselgate To Perhaps VINgate, VW Just Can’t Catch A Break

Why does Volkswagen seem to keep shooting itself in its left front tire, so to speak? Just when the wheels of Dieselgate seemed to be slowing to a stop, prosecutors found what could be another scandal right in the paperwork they are using to investigate the emissions scandal in Europe, possibly thousands of cars built using a repeating set of VINs. So why did someone do it? No one knows right now.

2018 Subaru WRX STI, Ojibwe Forests Rally, American Rally Association (ARA) Championship,

By Denis Flierl G+ Aug 27 2017 - 8:29am

Pastrana Narrowly Beats Higgins For Thrilling ARA Championship Finish

In the Subaru WRX STI battle Pastrana narrowly beats Higgins for the ARA Championship. It was another thrilling finish.

2006 Subaru WRX, Baby Driver stunt car, eBay Motors auction,

By Denis Flierl G+ Aug 26 2017 - 8:40am

‘Baby Driver’ Subaru WRX Stunt Car Sells For Amazing Amount On eBay

The 2006 Subaru WRX stunt car from the movie ‘Baby Driver’ sells for an amazing amount on the eBay auction.

2018 Toyota C-HR crossover outsells what cars?

By John Goreham G+ Aug 25 2017 - 1:25pm

2018 Toyota C-HR Crossover Outsells WHAT U.S. Cars?!

The new 2018 Toyota C-HR is just getting started. Here are some vehicles it is already outselling.

2018 Nissan 370Z, 2018 NISMO 370Z, 2018 370Z Coupe Heritage Edition, yellow cars

By Denis Flierl G+ Aug 25 2017 - 10:35am

Why Doesn’t Nissan Offer New NISMO 370Z In Chicane Yellow?

Nissan announced a new 2018 370Z Coupe Heritage Edition in Chicane Yellow. Why doesn’t Nissan offer the NISMO 370Z with the popular color?

By Buzz Smith Aug 25 2017 - 9:27am

Why Does Anyone Buy a Toyota Prius Prime?

I track ten plug-in vehicles for my blog "My Electric Vehicle Journey" and I am astonished each month, when I see the Toyota Prius Prime sales figures. I cannot understand how it competes so well, against plug-in hybrids, such as the Chevy Volt or Ford C-Max Energy. Heck, it has even outsold the fully electric Chevy Bolt EV and Tesla Model X in some months, this year.

2018 Subaru Outback, 2018 Subaru Forester, 2018 Subaru Crosstrek, 50th anniversary models

By Denis Flierl G+ Aug 25 2017 - 8:17am

Subaru 50th Anniversary Editions Leaked; More New Models Are Coming

Subaru announced they will launch new 50th anniversary 2018 models next year. An unnamed Subaru source has seen what’s coming.

By Marc Stern Aug 24 2017 - 11:23pm

Audi A-3, Porsche Cayenne Lead In Car Seat Quality

Two vehicles from the Volkswagen Group led this year's J.D. Power Seat Study. Based on the responses of more than 77,000 new car and truck owners, Audi's A-3 led in cars with no problems reported; Porsche's Cayenne led the SUV category with 0.8 problems per 100 vehicles.

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